The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-10-07
MR.. RECONSIDERATION

Mr.. Emory Ford was a man whose
striking appearance was O subject OF
general remark, and it must be con.
tessed that the distinction was justi
fled by q fine figure. and elegant car
riage, q handsome brown beard, and
dark, expressive eyes. To be sure, he
had a naughty bearing, and a too evi.
dent consciousness OF a generally ire
%proachable make up; but at thirty
years OF age he had been successful in
his undertakings, stood we'll in bust
ness and society, and was blessed
with a wife who was bright,good look
ing, sensible and true. Who shall say,
then, that he was not justified in a
certain amount OF self gratulation2
But most men have their weak
points, and Mr.. Ford came under the
general rule. His vulnerable spot was
that which is most easily stormed by
u pretty face, and he was possessed OF
the sincere conviction that no wom-
AN could successfully resist his arts
OF fascination whenever he chose to
bring them into play. If Mrs. Emory
Ford ever experienced moments OF
uneasiness on account OF this folble
OF her husbands, she made no sign
thereof; while Mr.. Ford fattered him
self that his discretion and fact were
ample to deceive even the most pene-
tratmg eyes, besides laboring undert the
conviction III &, general way that he
could do no wrong,
On a certain August day Mr.. Ford
was in his office talking with a b1si-
ness visitor on an important subject.
"Then you think my presence is re.
CURED on Saturday" he said.
EYES," replied the visitor. "That
alone will suit the convenience OF the
other parties. Ii you cannot meet
them Saturday, the whole transac-
ton will fall through"
Mr.. Ford unused. 81 had arranged
to go to Vernon on Friday and spend
two day. My wife is there, visiting
an Old schoolmate who was married
about the time We were and l prom
ised to Join them"
Business before pleasure, you
know" remarked his companion.
Eyes, certainly. Well, i will make
my appointment with you for Satur-
day and change my other plans"
Later in the day lit was Wednes-
day. Mr.. Ford wrote the following
telegram to his wife:
"Will be Wit hyoutomorrow Thurs.
day. instead OF Friday.-E. F."
And so the next morning Mr.. Ford
Woc nm tba TWIN Arinr -, 49, .l;...
ton OF Vernon. A ride OF eighty
miles through a pleasant stretch Of
country was before him. He scanned
the occupants OF the car critically,
bestcwing on one very pretty woman
u glance OF federation which might
have developed into one OF approval
had she not been encountered with a
four year old child,
He settled himself into q seat with
every appearance OF comfort and sell
satisfaction, bought a morning paper
and began to scan the news.
"Ticketsl"
Mr.. Ford, in response to this call
from the conductor, produced his tick.
ct, and at the same time drew from
his pocket a folded slip OF paper. He
examined it and uttered an exclama.
ton OF dismay. 1t was the telegram
for his wife, which he had forgotten
to send.
"What a piece OF carelessnessl" was
his inward thought. Mr.. Ford was a
methodical man, and he was more
veNed at his W forgetfulness than
anything else. But after all no par.
ticular harm vas done, and he turned
his attention a few minutes later to a
crowd OF passengers who boarded the
train at the station.
An artistic bonnet, apair OF perfect.
ly developed shoulders, enveloped in
some closely fitting summer material,
and Il remarkably handsome face
soon caught his attention. He eagerly
watched the approaching form, Just
visible between the shoulders OF q
crowd OF passengers coming up the
aisle. He had managed to keep an en-.
tire seat to himself, and now quietly
ignored all suggestive Chances at the
satchel by his side until the woman
who attracted his attention drew
near.
"Win ouaccept this seat?" he said,
with some eagerness, at the same
time removing the satchel and rising
to his fact.
"Thank YOU"
"Allow me" and Mr.. Ford re
LEVIED her OF two or three small pack.
ages without ceremony, and deposit
ed them in the rack above. perhaps
you would prefer to sit next the win
dow-there is such a refreshing breeze
and the scenery is quite picturesque
The lady took the place designated
with q pleasant smile, which Mr.. ForG
returned with interest. This in turr
excited q mirthfal twitching at the
corners OF his companions mouth
which was, however, quickly suppress
ed. She bestowed one full glance up
on Mr.. Ford's face, and then with
drew her gaze.
Mr.. Ford Immediately began to ex
EFT his conversational powers, which
were considerable, and his remark.
were received with a polite composur'
that was half iacinating. and halfvex
atious. This spurred him on, and h
introduced o variety OF topics calcu
lated to excite in interest. Then h,
became iuquisitive, and ascertainet
that his fair companion lived in Yer
non, his w place of destination.
81 am somewhat acquainted there
Do you know the Sutherlands?"
ooh, yes; quite WE'LL" Was the repl,
with something of q start.
This was the married name OF tn
old schoolmate whom Mr. Fords wifi
vas visiting, but whom he had neve
seen.
"They are quite elegantpeople, Ibe
lieve," was the next remark.
ooh, they live in good style, thougl
rather quietly"
Mr.. Sutherland, understand, i
connected with q western raiiwa,
which demands a large share Of hi
attention"
do you know him?" asked the Ia
dy, with an air of interest.
"Only by reputation in a bushes
way"
Indeed. Well, yes, he is kept ava,
from home a good share OF the tim
by his railway business"
at must be lonely Tor his wife,"
at no doubt is. But she has agoo,
many friends. Almost charming lad,
ia yisitiru her pow-a Mrc For6